No Imitations -- This Analog Delay is the Real Deal!

If you've been to a show, then you've probably seen the MXR Carbon Copy analog delay pedal sitting on someone's pedalboard. This popular delay pedal fuels your signal with warm analog delay effects that will mesmerize your audience. Simple regeneration, mix, and delay controls allow you to dial in the style of delay, and a modulation switch at the top left gives your output an interesting chorus effect. This pedal is rugged and compact, so you won't be losing much pedalboard space when you incorporate it into your signal chain.

Check out how our Guitar Expert, Justin, achieves his tone with the CC:

All-Analog Circuitry for That Signature Sound

You'll know it when you hear it -- that rich, organic MXR Carbon Copy analog sound has made itself known via many musicians across many different genres by adding a whole boatload of sonic possibilities to the scene. This baby features all-analog circuitry as well as true bypass configuration, so when your pedal is disengaged, your signal won't lose any of its integrity.

Regeneration, Mix, and Delay Controls

With three knobs, it couldn't be simpler to crafting the wide array of tones possible through this dynamic pedal. Your regeneration control determines how many times your delay repeats -- crank the Regen up to get some really interesting sounds. Your mix control balances your dry signal with your wet signal, and the delay control dials in your delay time -- anywhere from 20 milliseconds to 600 milliseconds. With the Carbon Copy's three simple controls, you can achieve anything from subtle thickening to huge washy slapbacks.

Rugged Chassis and Blue LED Lights

Not only is this pedal sonically vibrant, it's built tough to withstand stomp after stomp. A secure outer chassis will keep your signal protected from dust, dirt, and the recurring battle scars from being on the road. Bright, cool-looking LED lights indicate when your pedal is engaged. The modulation switch on the top left, which adds an interesting chorus-like effect, lights up blue as well when it's switched on.

Product Description

The MXR Carbon Copy analog delay features a completely analog audio path for the ultimate in rich, warm delay-made possible only by old-school bucket brigade technology. The Carbon Copy design boasts an amazing 600ms of delay time with optional modulation via a top-mounted switch and a simple, three-knob layout that controls Delay time, Mix (dry/wet blend), and Regen (delay repeats)-all in a pedal no bigger than a Phase 90. In addition, the Carbon Copy's two internal trim pots offer user-adjustable width and rate control of the modulation for even more tonal options.

The MXR Carbon Copy will take you from crisp "bathroom" slap echoes to epic, Gilmour-esque delays with a twist of a knob. True hardwire bypass, single 9-volt operation, and stage-ready blue LEDs round out the package. Available only from Dunlop Manufacturing, the world's leader in analog pedal technology.

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"A versatile, great-sounding analog delay at a wonderful price."

Sound:
The MXR Carbon Copy is an analog delay. As opposed to a digital delay, an analog delay typically tends to roll off the high frequency response of the repeats. The Carbon Copy has a very "warm" sound to it. The repeats decay nicely, and as they decay further, the sound tends to distort and compress more and more (especially at higher feedback settings). Personally, this is a good thing, as it allows the trails of repeats to smoothly cascade into one another. The delay is slightly brighter than some of the Malekko analog delays or the old Boss DM series, but seems to be slightly darker than, say, an EHX Deluxe Memory Man. The shorter delay times will yield a brighter delay signal, while longer delay times will have a darker delay signal. The delay will also go into self-oscillation sooner at lower delay times. The self-oscillation on this pedal is quite good, but doesn't seem to be as crazy as other pedals (most notably, the Boss DM-2 comes to mind). The modulation on the Carbon Copy is very nice. It is rather subtle, but can lend a nice, fluid quality to the delay signal. The delay cannot provide a 100 percent wet signal. When the "Mix" knob is fully clockwise, the dry signal is still audible (yet, this is a feature common to most analog delays). The pedal is true-bypass, and there isn't a hugely audible "click" sound when the pedal is engaged (like most true-bypass pedals). It is still audible, but is not audible enough to cause a problem. Overall, the Carbon Copy provides a basic, solid, analog delay signal.
Feature:
The Carbon Copy is a rather basic delay, in terms of features. The delay features simple controls for Mix, Regen (feedback/repeats), and Delay (delay time), as well as a Mod button for engaging the delay modulation. On the inside of the unit, there are two internal trim pots that allow one to access the rate and depth of the delay signal's modulation. The delay features around 600 ms of delay time, which is rather long for an analog delay (although not the longest analog delay time available). The enclosure is pretty small, which is a plus, as it does not take up too much space on the pedal board. MXR style enclosures are slightly smaller than a typical Boss single-pedal enclosure. In typical MXR fashion, the pedal is very sturdy and well made. I gave the Carbon Copy's features a seven, as it would have been nice to have the internal trim pots accessible on the outside of the unit. More controls for the modulation, or perhaps the option for vibrato instead of chorus would have also been great. However, these features may potentially increase the price of this pedal. Yet, for an analog delay, the features are typical.
Ease of Use:
The pedal is quite straightforward. One input, one output, and a standard 9V power connection. It's almost impossible to get a bad sound out of this unit. The internal trimpots are pretty easy to access, if you wish to modify them.
Quality:
The Carbon Copy that I received was perfect, both functionally and cosmetically. MXR pedals are very well built, and last quite a long time. Under normal usage, I would expect this pedal to last a very, very long time. The jacks are sturdy, and the knobs feel good.
Value:
This pedal is a great value. It's almost impossible to find a quality analog delay for $150.00 or under. When the Carbon Copy first came out, there was almost no other analog delay that was comparable with the same features. However, EHX is coming out with some new analog delays based upon the Deluxe Memory Man that are aimed to take up a more affordable share of the market (roughly in the same price range as the Carbon Copy). Overall though, this pedal is definitely worth the asking price (and then some).
Manufacturer Support:
N/A. I've never had to deal with MXR support myself. However, I have heard favorable things from others who have dealt with them. I've gotten the impression that they are fairly easy to deal with.
The Wow Factor:
The Carbon Copy is great in this area. Visually, it has a nice finish and a wonderfully simple layout. It is easy to manipulate any of the knobs, and the placement of the jacks and power connector are very pedal-board friendly.
Overall:
If you are in the market for a solid, versatile delay, then the MXR Carbon Copy is definitely worth a very close look. I'm completely satisfied with the pedal, and it covers everything that I would expect an analog delay to do. Some additional features, such as more control over the delay modulation would have been nice. However, as is, the pedal is a phenomenal value, and the features that the pedal lacks do not hinder the usability of the pedal in any way. A wonderful option for those looking for an affordable, great-sounding delay.

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"REALLY NICE SOUNDING DELAY"

Sound:
If you want a lot of bells and whistles get a DD7. If you want a nice sounding simple analog delay this is it. I do not need a lot of radical delay effects. Just something sweet and nice for country and blues. I've been trying to find the delay effect that's in my head but cant get it transferred to my DD7. In a few minutes of knob turning I found it and a few more nice settings. Done deal.
Feature:
Only thing I wish Dunlop would do is put the power plug in the front and not on the sides. But its nothing I cant live with considering I really like the pedal.
Quality:
Built nicely.

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